Not Fade Away

Director: David Chase
Writer: David Chase
Cast: James Gandolfini, Jack Huston, Bella Heathcote, Christopher McDonald, Brad Garrett, Isiah Whitlock Jr.
Theatrical Release Date: Fri Dec 21 00:00:00 EST 2012
Distributor: Paramount Vantage

Synopsis: Set in the 1960s, the story involves three high school friends who form a band inspired by the classic rock influences like the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, The Beatles and Jimi Hendrix. The film follows their rise and the pitfalls of fame.

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